A very common question we get at Siply HQ is “Where is the Best Decaf Coffee in Vancouver?”.
Because even for us coffee fiends, there comes a time when the cravings hit but we can’t afford to lose any beauty sleep. And then?
Boom — decaf.
But where is the good decaf? The stuff we’d willingly cross the city for. A coffee you might even mistake for the real thing.
Truth is, the options for a fix without the kicks around town have improved and diversified in leaps and bounds lately, thanks in no small part to the wizards at Swiss Water Decaf. (Did you know this Burnaby company supplies decaffeinated greens to roasters worldwide?).
So when the shakes start to show and the caffeine poops cramp your game, where can you get a hit without hanging your head in shame?
Don’t lose any more sleep over it — here’s where we go for the best decaf coffee in Vancouver.
Craft Cafe
The decaf brews are no exception to the “craft” label, with a rotating selection of beans from industry greats like the barn, Stumptown, Tim Wendelboe, and Modus. Thus, we have no qualms about trekking out to New Westminster for what invariably ranks among the best decaf coffee in Vancouver.
Address:
115 960 Quayside Drive, New Westminster BC
Beans: Multi Roaster
Pour-Over
Shop price: $3.25
Siply price: $2.60
Americano
Shop price: $3.35
Siply price: $2.68
Latte
Shop price: $4.50
Siply price: $3.60
Craft Cafe was featured in the 10 Best Coffee Shops of Vancouver List on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
C Market Coffee
Their house-roasted decaf Colombian might actually keep you up at night, simply because it’s such a delight to devour. On the other hand, maybe it’s because (like us) you also devoured their delicious desserts and the sugar high’s in full swing. We regret nothing.
Address:
100 Schoolhouse Street, Coquitlam BC
Beans: House Roasted
Pour Over
Shop price: $6.00
Siply price: $5.00
Americano
Shop price: $3.00
Siply price: $2.40
Latte
Shop price: $4.30
Siply price: $3.44
C Market Coffee was featured this year in the 10 Best Roasters List on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
House of Funk Roasting
“Eating breakfast cereal, right out of the box”. Never would we have imagined relating so closely to a decaf coffee, but there it is — house of funk’s downtempo decaf tastes like one of our favourite snack attacks. Moreover, if you do indulge in a caffeine hit, you can play uppers & downers with their equally extraordinary beer selection.
Address:
350 Esplanade East, North Vancouver BC
Beans: House Roasted
Pour Over
Shop price: $4.00
Siply price: $3.20
Americano
Shop price: $3.50
Siply price: $2.75
Latte
Shop price: $4.70
Siply price: $3.76
House of Funk was featured this year in the 10 Best Roasters List on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
Kafka’s
As the longest-running fancy pants coffee shop in Vancouver, Kafka’s have proven time and time again that they seriously know their decaf game. They roast on the darker end of the spectrum, so you’re in for a warm and rich caramel flavour that pairs perfectly with milk.
Address:
Multiple Locations
Beans: House Roasted
Americano
Shop price: $3.75
Siply price: $3.00
Latte
Shop price: $4.75
Siply price: $3.75
Kafka’s was featured in the 10 Best Coffee Shops of Vancouver List on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
KAHVE
The chocolate- and red grape-toned Peruvian swiss water decaf from Monogram Coffee fits perfectly with KAHVE’s cafe vibe: sophisticated yet warm and welcoming.
Similarly, their baristas will pull shots of said decaf with precision while still indulging whatever thirst for conversation you happen to have that day. Decaf with delicacy.
Address:
1822 West 1st Avenue, Vancouver BC
Beans: Monogram Coffee
Americano
Shop price: $3.75
Siply price: $3.00
Latte
Shop price: $4.75
Siply price: $3.75
Modus Coffee Roasters
If light and bright is your think, Modus have ya back, with their intense and vibrant decaf option. It’s all served up in their dope AF venue by their super friendly staff.
Address:
112 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Beans: House Roasted
Americano
Shop price: $3.25
Siply price: $2.60
Latte
Shop price: $4.50
Siply price: $3.60
Modus Coffee Roasters was featured this year in the 10 Best Roasters List on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
Nemesis
The tried and true Colombian from Pilot Coffee Roasters they’ve had on bar for years remains a solid bet to this day. Like a good ol’ fashioned candy bar, you can’t go wrong with milk chocolate and caramel notes.
Plus, their slick playlist will give you a different sort of pick-me-up, no caffeine required.
Address:
Gastown: 302 West Hastings Street.
Polygon: 101 Carrie Cates Court, North Vancouver
Beans: Pilot Coffee Roasters
Americano
Shop price: $3.25
Siply price: $2.60
Latte
Shop price: $4.50
Siply price: $3.60
Nemesis was featured in the 10 Best Coffee Shops of Vancouver List on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
Pallet Coffee Roasters
Sink your teeth into their Sidamo decaf, a single origin from Ethiopia, like you would a big ol’ jam sandwich, because that’s how luscious it tastes. With or without crusts, as you like. And the crema it makes as espresso is unbelievable!
Address:
Multiple locations
Beans: House Roasted
Pour Over
Shop price: $4.00
Siply price: $3.20
Americano
Shop price: $3.25
Siply price: $2.60
Latte
Shop price: $4.35
Siply price: $3.48
Pallet was featured this year in the 10 Best Roasters List and the 10 Best Coffee Shops on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
Prado
For a taste profile reminiscent of the richest chocolate torte, Prado’s your prime decaf destination. The medium-dark roast from 49th Parallel would win over even the most die-hard coffee purist — as would the masterful skills behind the bar.
Address:
Multiple locations
Beans: 49th Parallel
Americano
Shop price: $3.50
Siply price: $2.75
Latte
Shop price: $4.75
Siply price: $3.75
Prado Southlands was featured this year in the 10 Best New Coffee Shops of 2020 List on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
Prototype
The decaf options at prototype are just as juicy, unique, and memorable as any of their regular offerings. For example, a recent Mexican number featured notes of caramel apple that we swore we’d have to lick off our fingers. Sometimes they even have beans that naturally pack only half or a third of the punch — ask and they’ll give you the lowdown.
Address:
883 East Hastings Street, Vancouver BC
Beans: House Roasted
Americano
Shop price: $4.00
Siply price: $3.20
Latte
Shop price: $5.00
Siply price: $4.00
Prototype was featured this year in the 10 Best Roasters List on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
Rocanini
The artwork on their to-go cups is unreal, so you’ll flaunt that drink with pride regardless of its caffeine content. But seriously, the Rocanini team have fine-tuned their decaf to smooth, caramel-like perfection, so you’ll love it no matter what cup it’s in. Go for a pour-over if fruit notes appeal, or rock the fudgy side with espresso.
Address:
Multiple Locations
Beans: House Roasted
Pour Over
Shop price: $4.75
Siply price: $3.75
Americano
Shop price: $3.75
Siply price: $3.00
Latte
Shop price: $4.50
Siply price: $3.60
Rocanini was featured this year in the 10 Best Roasters List on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
Single V
If cozy comforts appeal, you’ll love the house-roasted decaf on bar at single v. They usually serve it as an americano with crema so buttery we’re reaching for the toast… but if you prefer a pour-over, they’ll do that, too.
Address:
5232 Irmin Street, Burnaby BC
Beans: House Roasted
Pour Over
Shop price: $5.00
Siply price: $4.00
Americano
Shop price: $4.50
Siply price: $3.60
Latte
Shop price: $5.00
Siply price: $4.00
Spent Grounds
Theirs is a darker house roast from Colombia that’ll stand up to any regularly caffeinated contender. In fact, you’ll miss the caffeine just as much as you’ll miss the animal products in their delicious house-made vegan treats — which is to say, not at all.
Address:
Address:
108–19140 28 Avenue, Surrey BC
Beans: House Roasted
Pour Over
Shop price: $3.00
Siply price: $2.40
Sweet Barrel Creamery
Honestly, why do we not see more ice cream in coffee shops? Sweet Barrel are equal parts ice cream, coffee and one of the most delicious decaf beans the city has to offer. They’re on the medium-light end of things, so you can anticipate your taste buds being romanced by warm carmel and honeycomb notes.
Address:
2729 Arbutus St, Vancouver, BC
Beans: House Roasted
Americano
Shop price: $2.75
Siply price: $2.25
Latte
Shop price: $4.50
Siply price: $3.60
Timbertrain
No need to get off the coffee train with the Colombia swiss water decaf at Timbertrain. The notes of berries and toffee are just the ticket to leave that evening coffee FOMO behind.
Address:
551 McLean Drive, Vancouver BC
Beans: House Roasted
Americano
Shop price: $3.25
Siply price: $2.60
Latte
Shop price: $4.50
Siply price: $3.60
Timbertrain was featured this year in the 10 Best Roasters List on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
Winston
The top-notch rotation of beans at Winston makes them a prime destination for the best decaf coffee in Vancouver. Past features have included a Guatemalan from modus and the quintessential decaf from Phil & Sebastian. Don’t argue with the pros behind the bar — get it as espresso in some form or other: americano, latte, or in one of their famous flat whites. Trust us on this one.
Address:
228 Lonsdale Avenue, North Vancouver
Beans: Agro Roasters
Americano
Shop price: $3.75
Siply price: $3.00
Latte
Shop price: $4.25
Siply price: $3.40
Winston was featured this year in the 10 Best New Coffee Shops of 2020 List on the Vancouver Coffee Snob blog.
